On Anti-Trafficking Day, October 18th, we are excited to launch a groundbreaking resource: the Legislators Guide to Stop Orphanage Trafficking. This is the first practical briefing book of its kind, designed to help lawmakers around the world understand and address the growing issue of orphanage trafficking through targeted, effective legislation. Our guide is crafted with insights from the world’s leading experts, providing essential tools to empower legislators in their fight against this exploitation.
Why This Matters
Today, more than 5 million children live in orphanages worldwide. Astonishingly, 80% of these children have families who could care for them with the proper support. Instead, they are institutionalized and too often treated as commodities, creating a lucrative environment where traffickers exploit children for profit. Without comprehensive legislative intervention, this form of trafficking will continue to endanger millions of children globally.
What the Legislators Guide to Stop Orphanage Trafficking Offers
Our guide provides legislators with a robust framework to:
- Scope legislative strategy for tackling orphanage trafficking
- Build parliamentary coalitions to strengthen legislative impact
- Craft anti-trafficking laws tailored to prevent orphanage trafficking
- Develop public awareness campaigns to inform and engage the public
- Advocate for stronger anti-trafficking legislation both nationally and internationally
This initiative reflects our commitment to educating lawmakers and fostering international cooperation to end orphanage trafficking. By equipping legislators with these tools, we aim to build a unified, effective response to this urgent issue and to create lasting protections for children worldwide.
